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The Intriguing Ideas of John Marco Allegro: A Deep Dive into "The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross"
John Marco Allegro is perhaps one of the most controversial figures in the study of the Dead Sea Scrolls and early Christian texts, primarily due to his provocative assertions in his book, The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross. Written in 1970, this book explores a connection between psychoactive mushrooms and the origins of Christian doctrine, presenting a bold theory that has piqued the interest of both scholars and laypeople alike.